The Advocate

ASO Score & Checklist

Titles weight a lot in the App Store algorithm. Try to add your strongest keywords in your title. This will increase your app discoverability. Use our Keywords Tool to find the best keywords for your app.

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App Description

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It's only 637 characters. We strongly recommend writing at least 1.000 characters. Use content that makes your app unique (features description, characteristics, how to use your app, ...). Your description needs to convince people to download your app. Also, be sure to add important and relevant keywords in your description to improve your iTunes app page and optimize your SEO.

It is recommended to use all 5 available slots and to use optimized screen dimensions for each device. Make sure to include some text to describe your app on each screenshot. Don’t forget showcase your best features on the first two screenshots as they will be displayed in the Search Results on the App Store.

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Versions

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Version 2.8.7 released on January 30, 2018Squashed a few more bugs and ironed out some ad-related issues.
We always welcome your feedback at apps@theadvocate.com!

Version 2.8.6 released on December 30, 2017We've got some new features and fixes in this latest version!
-- You can watch Facebook Live videos now in our app! Stay tuned…
-- Want to share a story from a push notification? New 'share' button lets you do that.
-- We squashed a few more bugs and smoothed out some ad-related glitches
-- We tweaked a few more things too so the app is (hopefully) easier to read.
We always welcome your feedback at apps@theadvocate.com!

Version 2.8.4 released on August 28, 2017What's new in this version?
-- We squashed a lot of bugs! Fixes for push notifications and advertising glitches.
-- Already in the app and receive a push? Choose to read the story right then and there OR read it later.
-- Improved advertising spacing! We know people weren't crazy about the paragaph-ad-paragraph-ad issue. Our bad. That's gone!

Version 2.8.3 released on May 17, 2017-- Get a push notification? Just swipe the push, and the corresponding story will automatically open in the app.
-- We crushed some bugs that’ll prevent crashes and stories to be cut off.
Please contact us at apps@theadvocate.com if you have any questions or feedback! We appreciate your support.

App Description

A must-have for south Louisianians!
The Advocate gives you access to both news/information updated 24/7 AND the daily e-edition in its latest app.
That means you'll never miss vital information about topics such as Baton Rouge-area news, the LSU Tigers, the New Orleans Saints, Louisiana politics and much more.
The app allows you to receive alerts about the biggest headlines and also allows you to read content it and share it on your favorite social media platforms. There are also display options, search functionality and the ability to 'favorite' stories you enjoy.
We always welcome your feedback -- apps@theadvocate.com!

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